Cultural background refers to the beliefs, values, customs, and behaviors that are learned and shared by a group of people. It includes aspects such as language, religion, traditions, and social norms.
Related terms
Ethnocentrism: This term refers to the tendency to view one's own culture as superior or more important than others.
Cultural relativism: The belief that cultural practices should be understood within their own cultural context without making judgments.
Acculturation: The process of adopting and integrating elements from a different culture into one's own.